Grove GMK5250XL-1 begins operations at South Korea’s latest semiconductor facility
• JE IL in Korea chose the Grove GMK5250XL-1 all-terrain crane for the project, citing Manitowoc’s past service and support as the primary factor for their choice.
• While the compact chassis, reach and capacity are ideal for the semiconductor plant’s construction, the company says that the crane’s flexibility and versatility will enable use on various future projects.
South Korea’s Lee Gang adds a Grove GMK5250XL-1 to the fleet
• The customer will use the Grove GMK5250XL-1 to support the construction of a new semiconductor plant in South Korea, a major hub for microelectronics.
• The all-terrain crane was chosen for its compact five-axle design, extended reach, and high capacity.
Manitowoc launches largest topless tower crane from Asia Range: the Potain MCT 2205
• With an 80 t maximum capacity and an 80 m jib, the new crane raises the bar for the topless range built at Manitowoc’s Chinese facility.
• Maximum capacity is available up to 26.3 m in full configuration, with a 23.5 t payload possible at 80 m.
• The flat-top design adds transport, assembly, and operational benefits to the performance capabilities previously only offered by similar-sized hammerhead models.
• NFT, the world’s largest owner of Potain cranes, was appointed as a Potain dealer in Hong Kong, offering sales, rental, and service support for tower cranes.
• To celebrate its appointment, NFT Hong Kong hosted a gala event in July 2024 attended by customers and partners, and senior leaders from Manitowoc
South Korea’s Bong-Hwang adds Grove GMK5250XL-1 and gets to work on factory-build
• South Korean contractor purchases a GMK5250XL-1 and sends it immediately to support the construction of a new factory.
• The company specializes in building factories for electronics and chemical businesses in the Eumseong region of the country.
• The crane’s combination of long boom, compact dimensions, and superb maneuverability ideally suits the narrow, cramped roads of the local industrial estates.
Crane Korea expands its fleet with two new Grove five-axle all-terrain cranes
• The Company ordered a GMK5150XL and GMK5250XL-1 to support its growing roster of projects, including constructing a new semiconductor factory in Pyeongtaek.
• Long boom lengths, high capacities, and compact footprints, make the two cranes ideal for the wide range of projects Crane Korea supports.
Since its arrival in Colombia last year a Grove GMK5250L all-terrain crane has been kept busy almost continuously. One of the most modern cranes currently in the country the machine has been used in several applications especially infrastructure projects and for work in the oil industry. The all-terrain crane provides contractors with cutting-edge technology on the job site and ensures increased velocity and high efficiency in heavy lifting jobs.
Manitowoc is launching a new apprenticeship program to help certify welders in Pennsylvania. This new program follows recent approval from the state of Pennsylvania Department of Labor. The company expects to have the program up and running in August of this year. The move reflects the company’s commitment to further building the U.S. skilled workforce.
Over 35 Potain tower cranes are working on the construction of the New El Alamein City an urban development being built on Egypt’s northern coast. The cranes were sold by International Development Programmes (IDP) Potain’s dealer for Egypt. The high-profile project will offer year-round living and accommodate a population of over 3 million across an area of 21 000 hectares. The new city will house hotels universities sports clubs entertainment outlets residential units business centers and even a scientific research center.
Mumbai-based construction company Bhanu Construction is using a Potain MCT 85 crane to ensure on-time construction of a new temple in the town of Shirdi India. The town is a spiritual center of India and most famous for being the home of Shirdi Sai Baba.
Manitowoc has delivered four Grove GMK4100L-1 all-terrain cranes to Spanish rental company Transportes y Grúas Aguado. Headquartered in Madrid Transportes y Grúas Aguado has seven premises across the country and specializes in the transport and lifting of large loads.
The Potain MCT 385 L14 top-slewing crane has won the “Tower Crane of the Year” award at bauma CTT RUSSIA 2019. The award was part of the “Innovations in construction equipment in Russia” contest which aimed at identifying innovative construction equipment solutions in Russia.
Manitowoc has added two new partners as EnCORE™ certified hydraulic cylinder repair specialists in North America. Select Fluid Power (Langley British Columbia Canada) and Ring Power Crane (Riverview Florida) expand the EnCORE™ certified coverage network for Manitowoc’s hydraulic cylinder repairs and return program bringing the total to four partners across North America.
Czech special transport company B+V Trans s.r.o. has taken delivery of a new Grove GMK5150L all-terrain crane to assist with loading and unloading trailers. B+V Trans is based in Tabor Czechia and is a specialist of heavy and oversized transport; it can transport parts with lengths of up to 45 m and weights of up to 60 t.
Yonkers Contracting Company (Yonkers) is using its recently acquired Grove GRT880 on an infrastructure project along Route 17 in Harriman New York. The project includes building a new bridge a new interchange and inserting new drainage has a quick-paced schedule and is expected to be completed later this year. Yonkers is using their GRT crane to lift steel beams precast drainage pipes and other materials for the project. Due to the reach needed to complete the lifts of the steel beams and drainage pipes the GRT880’s impressive load charts were on full display.
Manitowoc’s manufacturing facility in Charlieu France has shipped its 1000th Igo T 85. The landmark self-erecting crane has been sold to a customer in Benelux.
Two Potain MDT 269 J12s and one MDT 389 L16 tower crane are helping to construct the Trilogy Limassol Seafront in Limassol Cyprus. The project comprises three 170 m high luxury apartment towers together with work and relaxation spaces.
B. Pietrini and Sons based in King of Prussia Pennsylvania added a Grove GRT655 to its fleet to complete the Riverwalk Project in Philadelphia. The rough terrain crane is helping construct the first few levels of a 28-story and a 32-story residential building. The GRT655 will be onsite through the completion of the first four floors of the two buildings.
